In 1998, accused bomber Ted Kaczynski pleaded guilty to all counts against him in California and New Jersey. He was sentenced to life in prison on May 4.

In 1999, Pope John Paul II arrived in Mexico City on a visit to Mexico and the United States.

In 2002, K-Mart, the nation's third largest discount retailer but in a decline and with disappointing holiday sales, filed for bankruptcy.

In 2003, the Senate approved the nomination of former Pennsylvania Gov. Tom Ridge to be the first secretary of home security by a 94-0 vote.

Also in 2003, snowboard pioneer Craig Kelly died in a British Columbia avalanche.

In 2004, allegations that Israeli Prime Minister Ariel Sharon had accepted bribes damaged his credibility, a new poll showed. But, Sharon brushed aside the allegations and a source said no indictment was expected.

Also in 2004, Enron's former chief accounting officer pleaded innocent to charges of securities fraud and conspiracy.

A thought for the day: Linus Pauling said, "The best way to have a good idea is to have lots of ideas."

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